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BeCause & Effect
by The Winnipeg Foundation
Host Nolan Bicknell talks to people about the Causes they care about and the Effect it has on their lives. BeCause & Effect is a podcast of The Winnipeg Foundation.
Episodes
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Sumeep Bath - International Institute for Sustainable Development: Experimental Lakes Area | BeCause & Effect #127
Sumeep Bath, Editorial and Communications Manager for the International Institute of Sustainable Development: Experimental Lakes Area, joins us to talk about the health of Canada's largest Freshwater Laboratory, his work at the confluence of science and communications, and what the average...
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Shelley Fletcher - Executive Director of People First of Canada | BeCause & Effect #126
Shelley Fletcher, Executive Director of People First of Canada talks about her lifetime of fighting for people with intellectual disabilities, their incredible advocacy work, and the Inclusion Fund and how it came to be.
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Dan McRorie - Executive Director of Píhtikwé Skatepark | BeCause & Effect #125
Dan McRorie, Executive Director of Pitikwé Skatepark talks about his full-circle moment after joining Pitikwé, his life as a creator, and their quest to find a new space for the park.
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Daniel Hidalgo - Founder/Director of CommUNITY204 | BeCause & Effect #124
Daniel Hidalgo joins us to talk about his organization CommUNITY204, a grassroots organization focused on helping marginalized and houseless communities through lateral love, empathy, and heart work.
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Peter McMullen - Executive Director of Lighthouse Mission | BeCause & Effect #123
Peter McMullen, Executive Director of Lighthouse Mission, shares his personal journey through addiction and homelessness. His story highlights how Lighthouse Mission transforms lives with compassion, hope, empathy, love, and a commitment to community.
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Why Volunteering Matters | Why X Matters #8
Three expert panelists join us to talk about the benefit and necessity of volunteerism in our city, how to get involved with the causes you care about, and the importance of volunteering/mentorship to the health of our communities. Guest panelists: Ashley Seymour - Executive Director, Volunteer...
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Mark Stewart - Executive Director of Salvation Army Winnipeg Centre of Hope | BeCause & Effect #122
Mark Stewart, Executive Director of Salvation Army Winnipeg Centre of Hope, talks about his lived experience with homelessness 18 years ago, how the Salvation Army’s mission has grown and evolved over the years, and the partnerships and collaboration happening to put an end to poverty in our city.
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Tessa Blaikie Whitecloud - CEO, Siloam Mission | BeCause & Effect #121
Tessa Blaikie Whitecloud, CEO of Siloam Mission, talks about what investment needs to be made in our community to end the homelessness crisis in Winnipeg, how her team at Siloam are using a trauma-informed, results-based approach, and the progress that’s being made on this challenging topic, in…
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Why Survivors Matter | Why X Matters Ep. #7
In celebration and reverence of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on September 30th, Elders Belinda Vandenbroeck and Oliver Boulette join us to talk about Truth and Reconciliation, the value of ceremony and prayer, and the importance of listening and learning about our shared history.
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Why X Matters | Ep. #6 - Why Recovery Matters
Why Recovery Matters is a deep dive on the processes, outcomes, and stigmas of recovery and addiction, with three recovery experts with both lived and learned experience: Greta Waples, Rehabilitation Counsellor at St. Raphael Wellness Centre, Angie Lohr, Executive Director at Two Ten Recovery…
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Matthew Hodgins - Addictions Counsellor, St. Raphael's Wellness Center | BeCause & Effect #120
Matthew Hodgins is a certified Addictions Counsellor at St. Raphael's Wellness Center who has dedicated his life to addictions recovery. He specializes in men's issues, including how and why men are vulnerable to addiction and the barriers to treatment. Matthew runs a men's recovery group through...
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Patty Wiens - Winnipeg's Bicycle Mayor, Board Member of Bike Winnipeg | BeCause & Effect #119
Patty Wiens, Winnipeg's Bicycle Mayor and Board Member of Bike Winnipeg sits down to talk about the importance of cycling infrastructure, how riding a bike can improve mental and physical health, and the economic benefits of switching to riding a bike on your morning commute. Producer: Juan D. Lavao
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Al Wiebe - Homelessness Advocate, Peer and Community Engagement Trainer - BeCause & Effect #118
This week's episode features All Wiebe, Peer and Community Engagement Trainer and Advocate for people experiencing homelessness who has lived experience himself. Al talks about how his experience living out of his car shapes his work today, his tireless advocacy and training, and some ideas and...
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Malaihka Siemens - Build From Within, University of Manitoba - BeCause & Effect #117
Malaihka Siemens, Student studying Education at the University of Winnipeg and Build From Within program participant talks about her Indigeneity as it pertains to education, her cultural bonds and connections to Winnipeg, and her experience with the Build From Within program, that helps…
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Amber Clark-Wesley, Pitikwé Skatepark - BeCause & Effect #116
Amber Clark-Wesley, Board Chair of The Pitikwé Skatepark, talks about how she got involved with Pitikwé and her work creating a safe, inclusive, and welcoming space for youth to feel a sense of belonging in downtown Winnipeg. We talked about downtown revitalization, systemic barriers,...
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Brigette DePape, Narratives Inc. - Episode 115
Today's guest on the BeCause & Effect Podcast is Brigette DePape, Climate Planner at Narratives Inc. (https://narrativesinc.com/) Brigette and her family are also finalists in the Live Net Zero Challenge put on by Canadian Geographic, where they're challenged to reduce their carbon footprint and...
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Stephanie Scott, National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation - Episode 114
Stephanie Scott, Executive Director of the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation, joins us to talk about her work with the NCTR (http://www.nctr.ca/) and the importance of collecting and preserving Survivors' stories and the effect of Indian Residential Schools on our country. On March 14,...
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Alice Teufack, Cinematoba - Episode 113
Today’s guest is the 5th and final episode highlighting filmmakers from the Cinematoba program, in partnership with the National Screen Institute. Alice Teufack is the filmmaker behind the film Grand Frère about André Doumbé, a Cameroonian refugee and Franco-Manitoban. Alice and I talk about...
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Hilary McDonald, Cinematoba - Episode 112
Today’s guest is Hilary McDonald, an archeologist and photographer by trade, and she’s the 4th filmmaker in our series of conversations with Cinematoba filmmakers, whose film We Haven’t Yet Said Thanks is available now, at www.wpgfdn.com/ Hilary and I talk about her film that she shot in her...
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Jessica Landry, Cinematoba - Episode 111
Today’s guest is Jessica Landry, screenwriter, director, and filmmaker who wrote and directed the Cinematoba film Testament, which debuted at the Cinematoba Film Festival back in September. Jessica and I talk about her powerful film Testament, her creative process, generosity, generational…
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Faustina Dalmacio, Cinematoba - Episode 110
Today’s guest is Faustina Dalmacio, who is one of five filmmakers selected for the first ever Cinematoba Film Fest, a partnership between The Winnipeg Foundation and The National Screen Institute. Faustina’s film is called After School, and it’s about two young sisters who have an after-school...
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Carolyn Gray, Cinematoba - Episode 109
In this episode, filmmaker Carolyn Gray talks about her Cinematoba film, Escape!, which is based on a true story, exploring the unique bond between an unlikely duo, Dean, a cancer survivor and magician, and Phil, a child struggling with his own illness. Together, their bond creates real magic. We...
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Real Life Stories with Real Life Leaders Ep.5 - Ama
In this episode, we meet Ama, a remarkable 16-year-old pursuing a health-sciences degree. Originally from Ghana, Ama shares her journey to Canada, highlighting the challenges she faced growing up, and her desire to make a difference in healthcare. Ama's childhood experiences with frequent…
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Real Life Stories with Real Life Leaders Ep.4 - Tarun
In this episode, we speak with Tarun, a young videographer and content creator, pursuing his passion for videography and photography. Tarun started experimenting with engineering projects and eventually found his interest in electronic and tech-related fields through his involvement in CanU....
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Real Life Stories with Real Life Leaders Ep.3 - Guneet
In this episode, we dive into the inspiring journey of a young athlete, Guneet, who has demonstrated remarkable leadership and determination in her pursuit of success in lacrosse. The conversation begins with Guneet sharing her childhood experiences and how her love for sports, particularly...
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Real Life Stories with Real Life Leaders Ep.2 - Abigael
In this episode, we follow Abigail's inspiring journey from Nigeria to Canada at the age of 11. Abigail candidly shares her challenges and adjustments to a new country, school, and culture, highlighting how these experiences shaped her resilience and determination. She emphasizes the importance…
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Real Life Stories with Real Life Leaders Ep.1 - Salena
Salena Starling's journey is an inspiring example of resilience, leadership, and the power of using one's story to drive positive change. She is determined to continue making a difference in the lives of Indigenous youth in foster care and to raise awareness about critical issues facing…
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Why X Matters Ep. 4 - Empathy & Compassion Fatigue
In the past three episodes we’ve discussed topics that can be divisive; the trustworthiness of our institutions, a sense of belonging where being inclusive can sometime result in exclusivity, and the environment where peoples’ understandings of climate change often differ. So today we want to...
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Why X Matters Ep. 3 - The Environment
This episode discusses the state of the environment, how we talk about it, and how the impacts of human activity and sustainability practices are core to the long-term health of the planet and its inhabitants. This episode highlights voices in the sector who are working to make a change, and...
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Why X Matters Ep. 2 - Sense of Belonging
A sense of belonging reflects an individual’s social and environmental connections. Prior to the pandemic Winnipeggers experience an overall sense of belonging, but that figure plummeted in 2022. In episode two, we highlight different communities with varying perspectives on how to build a more...
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Why X Matters Ep. 1 - Trust in Institutions
Why X Matters is a four-part, limited series podcast that explores civic engagement by unpacking The Winnipeg Foundation’s Vital Signs® 2022. Join us each Thursday in September to hear from experts on the topics of Trust in Institutions, Sense of Belonging, The Environment, and The Empathy…
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Episode 108 - Ashley Seymour, Volunteer Manitoba
Today’s guest is Ashley Seymour, Executive Director of Volunteer Manitoba. Ashley and I talk about community connection, Manitoba’s passion for volunteering, and how to make a difference in your community by volunteering not just money, but time and talent as well.
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Episode 107 - Salena Starling, Community of Big Hearts
Today’s episode I have the honor of speaking with Salena Starling. Salena is President of Community of Big Hearts, and she’s an 18-year-old indigenous woman that’s also sharing her story about spending her entire life as a youth in care. We talk about her experiences as a youth in care, her...
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Episode 106 - Demian Lawrenchuk, Food Matters Manitoba
Demian Lawrenchuk, Executive Director of Food Matters Manitoba, talks about their work reconnecting with Northern Manitoba’s Indigenous communities, building capacity and food security in these regions, and the logistical challenges of the global food system for remote communities.
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Episode 105 - Hadley Archer, Nature United
Today’s guest is Hadley Archer, Executive Director of Nature United, the Canadian affiliate of the global environmental nonprofit The Nature Conservancy, an organization working to create a world where people and nature can thrive. Hadley talks about his connection with nature, the impact humans...
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Episode 104 - David Kron, Cerebral Palsy Association of Manitoba
David Kron, Executive Director of the Cerebral Palsy Association of Manitoba, talks about Cerebral Palsy and how differently it can present in different individuals, the stigmas and difficulties surrounding folks living with disabilities, and his continued advocacy work throughout his life.
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Episode 103 - Michelle Gazze, The Winnipeg Foundation
Today’s guest is a special treat. One of my colleagues and favorite people to talk to, Michelle Gazze. Michelle has worked in the world of community engagement for many different organizations in her career, and as The Winnipeg Foundation’s Community Engagement Coordinator, she has a profound...
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Episode 102 - Shereen Denetto, IRCOM
Shereen Donetto, Executive Director of the Immigrant & Refugee Community Organization of Manitoba, also known as IRCOM, talks about her work helping families integrate into Canadian society, the barriers involved in doing so, and what we can do to prepare for the inevitable increase in demand of...
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Episode 101 - Brandy Blind, Ma Mawi Wi Chi Itata
Brandy Blind tells us her story and what she has overcome, the incredible impact of the FGC program in Manitoba, and what our city still needs to do to help reunite families with kids caught up in the system.
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Episode 100 - Sky Bridges, CEO of The Winnipeg Foundation
Sky Bridges, CEO of The Winnipeg Foundation, talks about the strategic vision for The Foundation moving forward, the path the organization is taking in response to Winnipeg Vital Signs 2022 and how collaborating with community can improve the well-being of Winnipeggers and make a lasting impact.
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Episode 99 - Dan Lett, Winnipeg Free Press
Today’s show is all about Journalism. My guest is Dan Lett and he’s been a journalist and award-winning columnist for the Winnipeg Free Press since 1986. Dan recently launched the Niigaan and the Lone Ranger podcast with co-host, and friend of the show, Niigaan Sinclair. Niigaan and the Lone…
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Episode 98 - Michael Barkman, Community Economic Development Network
Welcome to BeCause & Effect, a podcast from the Winnipeg Foundation, where we talk to people about the causes they care about and the effect that it has on their lives. Today’s guest is Michael Barkman, Manitoba Network Manager for CCEDNET, the Canadian Community Economic Development Network, a...
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Episode 97 - Jill Officer, Olympic Gold Medalist
Welcome to BeCause & Effect, a podcast from the Winnipeg Foundation, where we talk to people about the causes they care about and the effect it has on their lives. My name is Nolan Bicknell. Today’s guest is Olympic Gold Medalist, Jill Officer. She has won multiple curling championships and...
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Episode 96 - Divya Sharma, Youth in Philanthropy
Today’s guest is the youngest guest we’ve had on BeCause & Effect, and she’s already an incredible philanthropist and community leader. 18 year-old Divya Sharma has been involved in philanthropy for years and has lent her talents to many incredible organizations and causes in our city including…
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Episode 95 - Lisa Cowan, Tamarack Recovery Centre
Lisa Cowan is the Executive Director of the Tamarack Recovery Centre here in Winnipeg. Tamarack has been serving our community for nearly 50 years, offering community-based treatment and support for alcohol and drug addiction, as well as aftercare and transitional housing to help their clients…
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Episode 94 - Megan Tate, The Winnipeg Foundation
Welcome to BeCause & Effect, a podcast from The Winnipeg Foundation, where we talk to people about the Causes they care about, and the effect that it has on their lives. I’m Nolan Bicknell. Today’s guest is another Winnipeg Foundation staff member who has been working in the philanthropic sector...
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Episode 93 - Louise Simbandumwe, SEED Winnipeg
Louise Simbandumwe is Co-Director of Supporting Employment and Economic Development, also known as SEED Winnipeg. Louise and her staff have been supporting individuals and families navigating our financial and social systems to help them reach economic empowerment. I sat down with Louise...
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Episode 92 - Mary Beth Taylor, The Winnipeg Foundation
Mary Beth Taylor has been encouraging generosity in all its forms since she was a child. As the Director of Donor Engagement at The Winnipeg Foundation, she leads a team helping donors in our province connect with the causes they care most about. I had the honor of sitting down with Mary Beth...
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Episode 91 - Greg Kyllo, Bruce Oake Recovery Centre
Today’s guest is Greg Kyllo. He’s the Executive Director of the Bruce Oake Recovery Centre, he’s 12 years sober himself, and him and the team at Bruce Oake are doing incredible work helping men get their lives back on track. The Bruce Oake Recovery Centre recently passed their 1 Year Anniversary...
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